Not a whole lot to go on, but that backwards compatibility nugget essentially confirms that the new console's form factor has to be a touchscreen tablet with detachable controllers. No doughnut screens, no pyramids that project holograms - as expected, Nintendo is sensibly sticking with what works and plans to deliver 'another' Switch.

Nintendo has been fairly tight-lipped about the Nintendo Switch sequel outside of confirming that 1) the console is coming and 2) the Nintendo Switch 2 will be released before the end of March 2025.

Check out the major rumors and leaked images, including an 8-inch display and magnetic Joy-Con, before Nintendo officially reveals its Switch successor.